Our God stands unchanging through time as the source of our strength. The power of same is the culmination of our consistency with Him. If you resist the monotonous, you'll miss the miraculous. Repeat the right things until the routine is the reward. You will never arrive if you can't abide. Preached at Elevation Church. Used by permission.

Raising children in a corrupt society has its challenges. Hold on tight: commit to the tough process, provide clear direction, encourage more than discourage and release them when it's time to grow up.

God our Father often uses a description of an earthly father to bring His teaching home. Dad's kids (Israel) weren't obedient, accepting correction, trusting God or even in a relationship with God. To avoid judgment, start with the Word and start at home. Worship without obedience is worthless. Fight to keep good things from becoming god things. A small turn can get you far...

Caleb, on the brink of the Promised Land, at 85 years old said, I was 45 years old when God sent me to survey the land, and at 85 I'm still as strong today as the day Moses sent me out. Now, give me that mountain! Caleb generation people have to learn to fight the right battles, swim against the tide, avoid negativity and follow the Lord wholeheartedly. FOR MESSAGE, BEGIN AT...

The promised land landmines include unrealistic expectations that lead to disappointment with God, amnesia that leads to fear and arrogance, and partial obedience that leads to compromise and presumption. Only a fool counts on God's promises while ignoring His warnings.

When we face life's floods, our way through is obedience to God. Obedience puts God in the front, shows where our faith is. Blessings are not always measured by success or this life. We are blessed by Who we have, not what we receive.

God promised Joshua and the Israelites that they would take the land. But God's promises also come with conditions. Cowards, who refuse to follow God's plan, get angry with Him and quit, take the easy way out and thing they know best. Faith takes scripture seriously, obeys even when it's scary, and trusts God more than self.

When a Jericho (a seemingly insurmountable obstacle) blocks your path, never confuse God's patience with weakness or approval. in yesterday's (or someone else's battle plan. God will go before you. The first and best always belongs to God. The path to victory is found in obedience.